What are the best January 2026 events in Bratislava within walking distance of Safestay Bratislava Presidential Palace?

January highlights are ideal for culture and alternative music fans. The SCANDI 2026 Film Festival (21–28 January 2026) brings contemporary Scandinavian cinema to venues like Kino Film Europe, around a 20-minute walk away. For heavier sounds, the Winter Pagan Feast on 17 January offers a unique mix of folk and metal music and is also reachable on foot from the hostel.

Where can I experience local traditions and food in Bratislava in February 2026?

February is perfect for local culture. Bratislavské Fašiangy on 7 February 2026 brings carnival parades, masks, and folk music to the Old Town, just a 10-minute walk away. Food lovers can also enjoy the Winter Food Festival (running until 22 February 2026), with special menus and tastings at restaurants across the city centre.

What are the must-see events in Bratislava in March 2026?

March combines music, film, and performance. Highlights include the ABBA Tribute Show on 1 March 2026, FEBIOFEST Film Festival in mid-March, and the Let’s Dance 2026 showcase on 29 March. All venues are easily accessible either on foot or by public transport from Safestay Bratislava Presidential Palace.

What to do and see in Warsaw in 2026: A list of events near our hostel

Staying at Safestay Warsaw Old Town (Krakowskie Przedmieście 55) means you’re right in the centre of everything. Whether you’re planning your trip around an event or looking for things to do once you’re here, this guide has you covered.

💡Tip – Most local events in Warsaw are posted on Facebook, so be sure to check out the Events section and look in the descriptions for English information!

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Events in Warsaw in March 2026

International Women’s Day Concerts & Events
📅 8 – 10 Mar 2026
🌷City-wide live shows, art exhibitions, and special concerts celebrating women artists. (10 min walk)

Filmowa Wiosna – Spring Film Week
📅 20 – 27 Mar 2026
🎬 Independent film screenings and Q&As at Kinoteka and Luna cinemas. (15 min by public transport)

Warsaw Tattoo Convention
📅 14 – 16 Mar 2026
🎨International tattoo artists, live music, and street food at Expo XXI (20 min by public transport)

Warsaw Half Marathon
📅 22 Mar 2026
🏃‍♀️ An annual 21.1 km road race in Poland’s capital, attracting thousands of runners who take on a scenic course through the streets of Warsaw, combining elite competition with a vibrant atmosphere for amateur participants. (15 min run ;))

Easter Market in Old Town
📅 25 – 31 Mar 2026
🐣 Traditional Easter crafts, pierogi, and folk music filling Castle Square. (2 min walk)

Warsaw Beer Festival
📅 26 – 28 Mar 2026
🍺 One of Poland’s largest craft beer events, bringing together local and international breweries in Warsaw for tastings, premieres, food pairings and meetings with brewers in a lively festival atmosphere.
(20 min by public transport)

Vinyl Mania – Tango Marathon
📅 26 – 29 Mar 2026
💃🎶 A tango event that brings dancers together for marathon-style milongas featuring music played exclusively from vinyl, creating an authentic and immersive Argentine tango atmosphere.
(10 min walk)

Events in Warsaw in April 2026

El Sol Bachata Festival
📅 10–12 Apr
✨ A vibrant celebration of bachata with workshops, parties, and international dancers taking over Sound Garden Hotel.
(30 min by public transport)

Warsaw Ghetto Uprising Anniversary
📅 19 Apr
✨ A day of remembrance marking the historic uprising, with commemorative events and tributes held around the POLIN Museum.
(5 min by public transport)

RED MIC Best Of
📅 22 Apr
✨ A night of top stand-up comedy featuring the best performers from the RED MIC scene, delivering laughs and great vibes at Stand Up Lokal.
(30 min by public transport)

FAQs about what's happening in Warsaw in 2026

What are the best January 2026 events in Warsaw within walking distance of Safestay Warsaw Old Town?

For easy, walkable January highlights, start with the Chopin Concert in the Old Town on 1 January (just a 3-minute walk) and the Three Kings’ Day Parade on 6 January, beginning at Castle Square (around 5 minutes on foot). For a local weekend vibe, the Winter Food Market at Hala Gwardii runs every weekend in January and is about a 12-minute walk from the hostel.

Where can I find live music and concerts in Warsaw in February 2026?

February is great for music lovers: Zaz plays an acoustic pop show at Torwar Hall on 2 February 2026 (around 10 minutes by public transport), and the Warsaw Winter Jazz Festival runs from 6 to 16 February 2026 with performances in intimate venues across the city, also easy to reach from the Old Town by public transport.

What are the best March 2026 events in Warsaw for a local, seasonal atmosphere?

For a springtime Warsaw feel, the Easter Market in the Old Town (25–31 March 2026) is the most atmospheric pick, with crafts, pierogi, and folk music right by Castle Square—just a 2-minute walk from Safestay Warsaw Old Town. Earlier in March, International Women’s Day events (8–10 March 2026) bring concerts and exhibitions across the city, while Filmowa Wiosna (20–27 March 2026) adds indie screenings and Q&As for culture lovers.

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